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Other penultimate episodes, like “That’s Too Much, Man!”
It was the first example ofBoJack Horsemanusing the penultimate episode to focus on BoJack’s inner turmoil.
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The story of “Downer Ending” may not have been quite as innovative as other penultimate episodes.
Downer Ending was alsoan important penultimate episodebecause it highlighted how BoJack saw himself in relation to those around him.
This episode sets the stage for him to revisit his relationship with Charlotte (Olivia Wilde) in particular.
BoJack Horseman was the star of the hit television show “Horsin' Around” in the ’80s and ’90s, but now he’s washed up, living in Hollywood, complaining about everything, and wearing colorful sweaters.
This is a theme that was revisited in other penultimate episodes throughout the series.
This episode in particular jumps back and forth between BoJack’s real life and his character, Philbert.
This episode is the precursor to BoJack’s ultimate downfall in the final season.
4"That’s Too Much, Man!"
Season 3, Episode 11
“That’s Too Much, Man!”
Ultimately,Sarah Lynn and BoJack lose track of where they areand who they talked to.
Watching Sarah Lynn and BoJack fall deeper and deeper into their substance use is nothing less than devastating.
Their playful antics become increasingly alarming as they self-destruct.
“That’s Too Much, Man!”
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It’s clear that BoJack recognizes the harm his choices caused.
“That’s Too Much, Man!”
fundamentally changed the seriesand BoJack’s trajectory as a character.
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This episode is a sobering look at how BoJack’s destructive tendencies were always going to lead to tragedy.
This includes Sarah Lynn, Herb (Stanley Tucci), and his mother Beatrice (Wendie Malick).
This episode features BoJack at his most human as he faces his own mortality.
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This episode features BoJack at his most human as he faces his own mortality.
This is a more nuanced version of the story.
This penultimate episode ofBoJack Horsemanis alsoa heartbreaking reflection on how the cycle of abuse always leads to tragedy.
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This is a sympathetic portrait of a character who often struggled to make the best of her situation.
“Time’s Arrow” is effective because it never excuses Beatrice’s actions.
Instead, it showcases a woman who was faced with loss after loss and never had support.
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While in New Mexico, BoJack becomes entangled with Charlotte’s daughter Penny.
This is an important episode for BoJack as it represents one of his most egregious acts of self-destruction.
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